{"product_id":"twelve-portraits-sir-henry-hawkins-william-nicholson","title":"Twelve Portraits: Sir Henry Hawkins - William Nicholson","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking woodcut portrait of Sir Henry Hawkins by William Nicholson, featuring bold lines and a minimalist colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait of Sir Henry Hawkins is part of the Twelve Portraits series, published in 1899. William Nicholson employed a woodcut technique, which he adapted to create bold, graphic images. The composition relies on a limited palette, using flat areas of colour to define the subject. Nicholson focuses on the essential features of the sitter, stripping away unnecessary detail to capture a distinct personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSir Henry Hawkins, a prominent judge, is depicted in his traditional legal attire. The heavy, formal wig and robes are rendered with economy, using thick black outlines and blocks of muted red. The background remains neutral, ensuring the viewer focuses on the stern expression of the subject. Nicholson was known for his ability to convey character through minimal means, a skill he developed during his time as a poster designer. This print demonstrates his mastery of the woodcut medium, where the interplay between positive and negative space creates a strong visual impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the late 19th century, Nicholson had moved away from the ornate styles of the Victorian era, favouring a more direct, modern approach. His work for the Twelve Portraits series brought him recognition for his ability to synthesise complex subjects into iconic, simplified forms. The print reflects the aesthetic sensibilities of the period, where graphic design and fine art began to overlap. The use of hand-colouring adds a subtle warmth to the otherwise stark, high-contrast image, balancing the weight of the black ink with the muted tones of the robes and the paper ground. This piece remains a clear example of Nicholson's graphic style, which prioritised clarity and visual strength over decorative excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/sv\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/sv\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Nicholson","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58718505107791,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58718507172175,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58718507204943,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58718507237711,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58718507270479,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58718507303247,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58718507336015,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58718507368783,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58718507401551,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58718507434319,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58718507467087,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58718507499855,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Twelve-Portraits_-Sir-Henry-Hawkins_Poster_CompositorV1_1788908604402.jpg?v=1788908637","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/sv\/products\/twelve-portraits-sir-henry-hawkins-william-nicholson","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}